Law Students: Make the Most of Your Winter Break Networking

When final exams are over, many law students travel over their winter break. No matter where you find yourself, use the opportunities afforded by different places and people to make new connections.

Too few of my 3L classmates have jobs lined up for after graduation. One of my friends has confided in me that he’s secured a coveted BigLaw associateship for next year, but won’t tell his peers because none of them yet have jobs. Despite this depressing state of affairs, law students can use the winter break between classes to get out there and connect with all kinds of people.
First, follow the advice of several clever Lawyerist contributors in these helpful posts on in-person networking: